Progress towards advancing women in South African organisations: Myth or reality
Year: 2012
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This article explores factors that influence the advancement of women organisations in South Africa. Based on the sample of women working in different industries, this article investigates the barriers which they have to overcome to break into the executive ranks. Issues such as the dual roles played by women, the perception amongst some that men are “born leaders ” and gender discrimination are investigated. The extent to which certain enabling factors are in place in organisations which support women advancement is assessed. The psychological effects that women experience as a result of stereotypes and barriers are also studied. The article proposes solutions to the challenge of the advancement of women and indicates on the basis of the research whether real progress is being made in South African organisations. It concludes with practical steps for leaders in organisations.
DOI: 10.5897/ajbm11.742
Author: Karl Hofmeyr
Language: English
Subfield: Gender Studies
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2142028397